MARY MBOGO
Witta
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with extensive experience in community mobilisation, psychosocial support, and financial programming for women and youth. Proven track record in facilitating empowerment initiatives, case management, and stakeholder engagement to drive social change and socioeconomic development.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Family Business Strategies
Nairobi , Kenya
2023 - 2025
- Utilized kitchen equipment effectively to streamline food preparation and service processes.
- Monitored and enforced cleanliness protocols in kitchen areas to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.
- Prepared ingredients to facilitate smooth culinary workflow and timely meal readiness.
- Developed and executed improved food storage practices aimed at reducing waste and extending product longevity.
Community Mobilising Officer for Women and Youth Project
Environmental Outreach Forum, Kenya
Kenya
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Facilitated empowerment of youth and women in focus sub-counties, enhancing capacity to challenge harmful practices and break cycles of poverty and discrimination.
- Conducted community engagements, mobilisation, and sensitisation on education importance and enrolment encouragement.
- Coordinated with stakeholders, formed and trained women groups on savings, loans, and record keeping.
- Contributed to evaluation planning, data collection, analysis, and reporting; supported digital attendance monitoring.
- Ensured synergies with stakeholders and documented promising practices.
Attaché
Probation Office, Athi-River Sub-County
Athi-River
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Prepared court reports and supervised clients under non-custodial sentences.
- Provided counselling services and facilitated community reintegration.
- Prepared and submitted monthly reports.
Intern
Youth and Gender Office, Athi-River
Athi-River
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted in loan processing and repayments for women and youth groups.
- Conducted drug and substance abuse counselling.
- Led youth sensitisation programs on patriotism, civic participation, and HIV/AIDS education.
Social Worker III
Embu General Hospital, Embu
Embu
04.2007 - 10.2009
- Addressed psychosocial needs of clients with chronic illnesses and mental health issues.
- Developed tailored treatment plans and conducted follow-ups.
- Coordinated social work activities and community reintegration programs.
- Advocated for client access to community resources.
Business Community Development Officer
K-rep Bank, Central, Kenya
Central, Kenya
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Mobilised savings and processed loans for clients.
- Conducted loan appraisals, disbursements, and repayment follow-ups.
- Marketed bank products and ensured client retention.
- Maintained customer records and prepared financial reports.
Intern Social Worker
HIV and AIDS Control Centre, Embu
Embu
01.2003 - 12.2003
- Distributed donations to target groups.
- Conducted home visits and client follow-ups.
- Prepared and submitted progress reports.
- Offered guidance and counselling to the affected and infected members.
- Linked the clients with the related offices and organisations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Nairobi
01-2018
Certificate - Guidance and Counselling
06-2003
Diploma - Social Work
Government Training Institute Kenya
Kenya01-2002
Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
St. Anne's Girls' High School
01-1999
Skills
Social Work Practice: Counselling, community mobilisation, psychosocial support, and financial programming for women and youth
Credit and Loan Management: Loan processing, repayment follow-up
Community Empowerment: Women and youth empowerment programs
Communication: Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
ICT: Competent in Microsoft Office, internet research, email communication
Personnel Management: Experience in team collaboration and management
Timeline
Community Mobilising Officer for Women and Youth Project
Environmental Outreach Forum, Kenya
01.2019 - 12.2022
Attaché
Probation Office, Athi-River Sub-County
02.2018 - 04.2018
Intern
Youth and Gender Office, Athi-River
01.2016 - 02.2017
Social Worker III
Embu General Hospital, Embu
04.2007 - 10.2009
Business Community Development Officer
K-rep Bank, Central, Kenya
01.2004 - 01.2006
Intern Social Worker
HIV and AIDS Control Centre, Embu
01.2003 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Nairobi
Certificate - Guidance and Counselling
Diploma - Social Work
Government Training Institute Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
St. Anne's Girls' High School
Kitchen Hand
Family Business Strategies
2023 - 2025